The Serpent's Tooth by B.M. Croker

Name: The Serpent's Tooth
Author: B.M. Croker

The story follows a young man named Jack who returns to his hometown after serving in the military. He becomes embroiled in a mystery surrounding a local legend about a serpent's tooth that is said to have the power to grant wishes. As Jack delves deeper into the mystery, he uncovers a web of deceit and corruption that threatens to destroy his town. Themes: * The dangers of blindly following legends and superstitions * The corrupting influence of power and greed * The importance of critical thinking and skepticism Symbols: * The serpent's tooth represents the power of wishes and the danger of blindly following legends. * The town represents a microcosm of society, with its own set of problems and corruptions.

By B.M. Croker · First published 1898 · Genre: Mystery, Thriller, Crime · 35 chapters · 110,947 words

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Colonel Fenchurch stood on his own hearthstone -- that is to say, the smoking-room rug -- with his back to the fire, and a cup of tea in his hand. He was a good-looking dapper little man, with a neat white moustache, a cheery voice, and an unfailing flow of talk.

"I say, Doodie," turning to a lady in a splashed habit, who was meditatively consuming buttered toast, "weren't the roads beastly? Just look at my boots and leathers!"

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Work type: Novel
Author: B.M. Croker
Date: 1898 CE
Language: English
Genres: Mystery, Thriller, Crime, Historical Fiction, Romance
Length: 110,947 words
Structure: 35 chapters, 1,986 paragraphs
Reading fit: Standard (8th-9th Grade)

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Mystery — The book broadly encapsulates a mystery plot where characters are enwrapped in discovering truth behind certain unexplained situations.
Thriller — The narrative carries elements of suspense and excitement, characteristic of a thriller genre.
Crime — The book includes elements of crime and law enforcement that contribute to the central plot.
Historical Fiction — Incorporating significant historical events and figures, the book aligns with the historical fiction genre.